An HMO fire door is a certified door set, usually rated FD30S, that holds back fire and smoke for about 30 minutes when closed. Nuneaton is 8 miles north of Coventry. We price fire doors there against England’s HMO rules and the council’s written HMO standards, so work is planned to the standard an inspection looks for.
- Area
- Warwickshire, England
- Postcodes
- CV10 and CV11
- Location
- 8 miles north of Coventry
- Pricing region
- West Midlands
What do fire doors in Nuneaton involve?
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
- Signage where required
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
Which rules apply in Nuneaton?
Here is what usually applies to a Nuneaton job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (other than gas cookers) are required by law.
- Licences last up to 5 years and carry conditions on gas and electrical safety, alarms, room sizes and waste.
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
- Under the Renters’ Rights Act, civil penalties reach £40,000 for offences such as running an unlicensed HMO.
How much do fire doors cost in Nuneaton?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £300 – £600 | door |
| New FD30S fire doorset with frame, fitted | £600 – £1,300 | £600 – £1,300 | door |
Prices in Nuneaton are shown with our regional adjustment for West Midlands (in line with the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
How long does it take?
Allow 1–3 working days on site for a typical job. Drawings, approvals and long-lead items such as kitchens or fire door sets are booked before we start.
When do Nuneaton landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Nuneaton:
- Doors to rooms off the escape route that are not fire doors
- Damaged or badly fitted existing fire doors
Questions about fire doors in Nuneaton
Can I just add strips to an old door?
Only if the door itself is capable of the rating, which most standard internal doors are not. A certified door set is usually the reliable route.
Do you cover all of Nuneaton?
Yes. We work across Nuneaton and the CV10 and CV11 postcode areas, plus the rest of Warwickshire. Nearby places we also cover include Bedworth, Hinckley, Coventry.
Does a shared house in Nuneaton need an HMO licence?
In England, a mandatory licence is needed for 5 or more people from 2 or more households. Smaller HMOs can need a licence where the council runs additional licensing, which is common in towns with many shared houses. Check the council’s website for the address.
How much do fire doors cost in Nuneaton?
Our guide ranges for West Midlands are in the table on this page, and the guide-price tool gives a figure for your house. A fixed written quote follows a free site visit.
Fire doors near Nuneaton
- Bedworth · 3 mi
- Hinckley · 4 mi
- Coventry · 8 mi
- Tamworth · 12 mi
- Kenilworth · 13 mi
- Rugby · 14 mi
- All of Warwickshire
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